Haley Burke is a contributor to African American News & Issues, covering stories and issues important to our readers in Houston, across Texas and throughout the nation.
[Photo: Derek White/Getty Images)] Cornell Iral Haynes Jr., better known as Nelly, is one of hip-hop’s most successful and influential artists. With his signature Southern drawl, infectious hooks, and genre-blending…
[Photo: IMDB] Marianne Jean-Baptiste delivers a powerful and emotionally charged performance in Hard Truths, a drama set to release on January 10, 2025. The film, which marks Jean-Baptiste’s reunion with…
The 2025 Academy Awards are shaping up to be a historic night as the spotlight shines brightly on the incredible contributions of Black artists and creatives. The 97th Oscars, set…
Tina Knowles, a prominent businesswoman and mother of music icons Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, recently revealed that her Malibu home has been destroyed in the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. The…
[Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images] The 2025 Met Gala, one of the most anticipated events in fashion, will take place on May 5, celebrating the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This…
Rapper and entertainer Flavor Flav has partnered with GoFundMe and the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) to support Black families impacted by the devastating Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County.…
Bryce James, the youngest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has officially committed to playing college basketball at the University of Arizona. This decision is a significant step in Bryce’s…
Grammy-winning artist SZA is set to captivate audiences in a whole new way with her acting debut in One of Them Days, releasing in theaters on January 17, 2025. This…
Keke Palmer, the multi-talented actress, singer, and television personality, has recently shared insights into the unique challenges she faced growing up as a Black child actress in Hollywood. A prominent…
Sunny Hostin, co-host of The View, has publicly defended her husband, Dr. Emmanuel Hostin, following a lawsuit that accuses him of insurance fraud. The case, filed by American Transit Insurance…
